Empowering Dreams Protecting Rights
Building a strong community for women, children, and youth through advocacy, education, and leadership.
We create opportunities for growth, equality, and lasting change.
Together, we foster a supportive, inclusive future for all.
Vision
ODWaCE aims to see violence & marginalization-free Ethiopian society where all women, children, and youth enjoy their rights
Mission
ODWaCE strives to empower women, children, youth and institutions through socioeconomic support, rehabilitation, and capacity-building initiatives. This is to help them claim their rights, ensure a good quality of life, and strengthen duty bearers to be responsive.
Values
Strategic orientation, commitment, collective action and solidarity, and participation. Gender and diversity, inclusiveness, Transparency, Accountability, Integrity, Non-discrimination, Professionalism & Respect
About us
Founded in 1987, Organization for the Development of Women and Children (ODWaCE), formerly known as Ye Ethiopia Goji Limadawi Dirgitoch Aswogaj Mahiber (EGLDAM), is a pioneering non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women, children, and youth in Ethiopia. Initially established as the National Committee on Traditional Practices of Ethiopia (NCTPE) under the Ministry of Health, we have a rich history of advocacy and intervention in combating harmful traditional practices (HTPs) like child marriage and female genital mutilation (FGM).
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